Part Time Instructor - TPM (US)

About Us

The name Interview Kickstart might have given you a clue. But here’s the 30-second elevator pitch - Interviews can be challenging. And when it comes to the top tech companies like Google, Apple, Facebook, Netflix, etc., they can be downright brutal. Most candidates don’t make it simply because they don’t prepare well enough. InterviewKickstart (IK) helps candidates nail the most challenging tech interviews.

We have an interview prep Technical Program Management course to help professionals crack interviews for Technical Program Management (TPM) roles. 

We are looking for Technical Program Managers - part-time Instructors. This role will provide opportunities to network with other experts, understand learner issues, and contribute to the TPM community.

Requirements: 

• To be an effective TPM subject matter expert, the requirements typically include a combination of in-depth technical expertise, teaching experience, and communication skills. 
• Should have hands-on experience in any one of the following: 
• System Design
• Program Planning
• Program Execution
• Program Monitoring & Reporting
• Behavioral — Frameworks
• Motivation and Core Values
• Cross-Functional Cooperation
• Minimum five years of experience in tier-1 Tech companies as a TPMr
• Preparing engaging and well-structured content on one or more topics listed above  
• Ability to simplify complex topics and explain them in an engaging manner
• High levels of empathy to understand the challenges faced by students and willingness to help them out

Responsibilities: 

• Curriculum Development: The instructor is responsible for reviewing and providing suggestions on the Technical Program Management teaching curriculum as per the overall learning objective and industry requirements. 
• Instruction Delivery: Conduct lectures, workshops, and interactive sessions to teach TPM principles, and methodologies. Instructors may use various teaching methods, including lectures, demonstrations, hands-on exercises, and group discussions.
• Industry Engagement: Staying current with the latest trends and advancements in Technical Program Management and related fields, engaging with industry professionals, and collaborating on projects or internships to provide students with real-world experiences.
• Research and Development: Conducting research in Technical Program Management and contributing to developing new techniques, models, or applications.
• Constantly improve the session flow and delivery by working with other instructors, subject matter experts, and the IK team.
• Help the IK team in onboarding and training other instructors and coaches
• Have regular discussions with IK’s curriculum team in evolving the curriculum.
• Should be willing to work on weekends/evenings and be available as per the Pacific time zone